DSG and DIG Range

of Low, Medium and

High Voltage Alternators
 Supporting AvK Customers Since 1919 AvK Nominal Ratings
DSG - LV
AvK Synergy: AvK Centre of Excellence: AvK Global Network:
Rating (kVA)

Long-established engineering Operational since 1999, Part of Cummins Generator 50Hz 60Hz
Model Pole
400V 690V 480V 600V 690V
pedigree, global support and Cummins Generator Technologies STAMFORD l AvK
Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max
investment-driven innovation Technologies Craiova Facility infrastructure, a global network
DSG62 4 660 1,100 650 1,100 790 1,320 NA NA 780 1,300
has been fully upgraded and that has been strengthened 4 1,400 2,000 1,320 1,900 1,680 2,400 NA NA 1,500 2,310
modernised for focused AvK with greater pre and post-sales DSG74 6 740 1,220 710 1,050 890 1,465 NA NA 900 1,270

design and production support capabilities 8 620 930 600 860 745 1,115 NA NA 690 1,050

4 2,060 2,840 2,020 2,990 2,472 3,408 2,017 2,696 2,320 3,100

6 1,500 1,910 1,240 1,910 1,800 2,292 1,348 2,000 1,550 2,300
DSG86
8 900 1,350 900 1,430 1,242 1,780 939 939 1,080 1,650

AvK Range of Rugged, Reliable and Tailored

10 670 1,110 720 1,110 804 1,332 NA NA 820 1,300

4 3,450 3,450 3,510 4,700 4,140 4,140 3,052 4,609 3,510 5,300

Three Phase Alternators DSG99

6

8
2,240

1,650
3,050

2,530
2,050

1,650
3,200

2,530
2,688

2,080
3,660

3,190
1,913

2,591
2,826

2,591
2,200

1,980
3,250

2,980

10 1,220 1,830 1,220 2,000 1,464 2,196 NA NA 1,420 2,000

4 4,000 4,000 NA NA 4,800 4,800 NA NA NA NA

Cummins Generator Technologies’ product offering AvK Alternator availability: 4 - 10 pole, low,
6 3,400 4,950 3,500 5,000 4,080 5,940 3,174 5,130 3,650 5,900
features two powerful brand names – STAMFORD medium and high voltage alternators available at DSG114
8 2,900 4,030 2,400 3,800 3,480 4,836 3,130 4,296 3,600 4,940
and AvK. While sharing a common development industry leading lead times. 10 2,150 3,120 2,080 3,250 2,580 3,744 NA NA 2,400 3,600
background and uncompromised levels of design 8 NA NA 4,500 7,000 NA NA NA NA 5,350 8,500
DSG125
and manufacturing quality, each brand delivers 10 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 4,200 5,750

features equipping it ideally for its own target DSG144 10 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 6,600 6,600

applications. AvK’s highly-reputed ruggedness,

reliability and tailorability are benefiting customers DIG - HV

better than ever before through Cummins Rating (kVA)

50Hz 60Hz
Generator Technologies recently expanded and Model Pole
3.3kV 6.3kV 6.6kV 10.5kV 11kV 4.16kV 6.6kV 13.8kV
modernised centre of excellence at Craiova,
Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max
Romania.
4 750 1,080 750 1,080 750 1,080 900 1,080 900 1,080 900 1,300 900 1,250 NA NA
DIG110
6 580 750 560 720 560 720 NA NA NA NA 720 940 720 940 NA NA

4 1,300 2,050 1,300 1,750 1,300 1,750 1,150 1,650 1,150 1,650 1,630 2,600 1,500 2,200 NA NA
DIG120
6 900 1,520 920 1,140 880 1,200 NA NA NA NA 1,130 1,900 1,000 1,350 NA NA
AvK Range in Summary 4 2,250 3,850 1,900 3,000 1,900 3,000 1,800 2,800 1,800 2,800 2,850 4,000 2,200 3,450 2,050 3,250
■■ Rated power: 600 kVA to 11,000 kVA DIG130 6 1,730 2,650 1,450 2,200 1,450 2,250 1,350 2,100 1,350 2,100 2,000 3,300 1,650 2,600 1,600 2,550
■■ Rated voltage: 380V – 13.8 kV 8 1,180 1,950 1,140 1,650 1,140 1,650 1,300 1,600 1,300 1,600 1,470 2,450 1,260 1,680 1,700 1,900
■■ Rated frequency: 50 and 60 Hz 4 3,000 4,600 3,000 4,600 3,000 4,600 3,000 4,400 3,000 4,400 3,800 5,250 3,400 5,300 3,000 4,500
DIG140
■■ Speed: 600, 720, 900, 1000, 1200, 1500, 1800 rpm 6 2,500 4,050 2,400 3,800 2,400 3,800 2,200 3,500 2,200 3,500 NA NA NA NA NA NA
■■ Protection: IP23, IP23 with filters, IP44, IP54, IP55 DIG142 4 3,760 5,800 3,760 5,800 3,760 5,800 3,760 5,800 3,760 5,800 4,324 6,700 4,250 6,600 4,150 5,850
■■ Cooling: IC01, IC611, IC616, IC81W 4 5,100 6,500 5,100 7,000 5,100 6,300 5,000 6,500 4,900 6,500 5,700 8,500 5,700 8,000 5,000 6,300
■■ Design: IM 1001, IM 1101, IM 1005, IM 1105, IM 1205, IM 1305, IM 2401, IM 2001, IM2101 DIG150 6 3,900 5,500 3,750 5,250 3,900 7,000 3,450 4,700 3,650 4,950 4,450 5,250 4,450 5,250 4,150 4,900

8 2,900 4,800 2,900 4,600 2,800 4,800 2,850 4,300 2,850 4,500 3,800 5,400 3,150 5,400 3,300 4,600

4 6,400 8,400 6,200 9,400 6,200 9,400 6,000 9,300 6,000 9,300 7,700 10,200 7,200 9,100 6,400 8,500

6 5,600 8,000 5,600 8,500 5,600 8,500 5,500 8,500 5,500 8,500 NA NA NA NA NA NA
DIG156
8 4,200 6,800 4,200 6,600 4,200 6,600 4,200 6,700 4,200 6,700 4,900 7,150 5,000 7,500 4,700 7,000

10 3,450 6,850 3,550 5,900 3,550 5,900 3,100 5,500 3,100 5,700 4,600 7,650 4,100 7,000 2,690 4,550

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 Alternators Built to the Highest Specification

Stator Rotor AVR and Excitation System Parallel Operation

The alternators are equipped with brushless All AvK alternators are well suited for parallel
The stator cores are built from high grade The salient pole rotors have windings secured
excitation; the auxiliary winding supplies the operation with the mains utility or other alternators.
lamination steel. The frame is mechanically with wedges and end winding supports
Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) with sufficient All AVRs have power factor control or reactive
designed to withstand tough applications and to withstand centrifugal forces. Damper
power to ensure short-circuit levels of >3 x rated power control. For site conditions where the grid is
ensure that there is ample airflow to cool the windings are provided to reduce alternator
current. weak and unstable, please refer to the factory.
windings. The windings are form wound for harmonics and absorb the impacts caused
higher reliability and braced and supported to by unbalanced load conditions. The dampers
A range of digital AVRs are available to meet
withstand the dynamic stresses generated by also reduce the system oscillations caused
varying applications requirements. Typical AVR
the electrodynamics forces involved. during parallel operation.
features include:

■■ Voltage regulation in island mode (+/- 0.5%)

■■ Reactive load sharing by static droop or cross
current compensation
■■ U/f characteristic for applications with floating
frequency
■■ Under/over excitation voltage protection
■■ Excitation fault monitoring
■■ Fast PID response for high-class regulation
characteristic.

Short Circuit

Bearings Insulation Industrial machines will withstand a maximum

short circuit of 300% of rated current, under a 3
■■ Anti-friction or sleeve bearings subject to All windings are bar-wound type and conform phase (L-L-L) short circuit condition. The initial
load, speed and application. to class H thermal insulation for LV and class value of the short circuit current will be higher than
■■ Sleeve bearings provided are split type to F thermal insulation for MV & HV. Increased 300% (details can be obtained from the factory).
permit easy access for maintenance.
machine life and reliability is ensured through The AVR will support the sustained short circuit
Subject to frame size, speed and
AvK’s advanced insulation system and conditions for up to 10 seconds, at which the AVR
inclination they may be self-lubricated or
Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI), ensuring over-excitation protection system will de-excite
force lubricated.
excellent dielectric properties, enhanced the machine. This feature should not, however,
dimensional and mechanical stability as well replace the switchgear protection provided by the
as superior resistance against chemicals customer. Sustained current levels under 2 phase
and/or moisture. L-L or 1 phase L-N short circuit levels are much
higher than the above L-L-L levels, and must be
removed from the alternator by breakers within 4
seconds for L-L faults, and within 2 seconds for
L-N faults.

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 Selecting the Correct Product

✓
Protection and Cooling A new Product Selector tool to enable our
alternators to be matched against customer
A range of cooling systems and protection options For higher levels of protection we offer, IP23 with power requirements has been developed
are available across the AvK range, allowing for an filters, IP44, IP54, and IP55 can be supplied on and launched on the Cummins Generator
optimum choice for operating and environmental request. Technologies website.
conditions.
Cooling options include top-mounted air-to-air Use the tool to retrieve further information on
Our standard is open drip-proof IP23 enclosures, (IC611 & IC616) or air-to-water (IC81W) heat the AvK range of alternators, along with our
suitable for clean air environments. exchangers. extensive suite of other STAMFORD | AvK
products. Once registered you will be able to
download:

Totally enclosed air to air cooled (IC611, IC616) ■■ Overviews of product

features and options
■■ Installation and Maintenance manuals
Air-to-air coolers are suitable for dusty, which are mounted on top of the alternator. In ■■ Technical data sheets
environmental conditions, as found in mining, the outer circuit, an external fan motor drives air ■■ General arrangement drawings
textile plants, oil & gas production and quarries. through an outer sheet metal enclosure to cool the ■■ Rotor torsional drawings
There are one or two internal fans that direct the tubes. The air is then exhausted on the drive-end
enclosed air up and through an array of tubes, side of the alternator. To access the Product Selector, visit:
www.stamford-avk.com

Totally enclosed air to water cooled (IC81W)

Air-to-water coolers are generally used when the the water in the tubes and recirculated through
volume of the ambient air available is restricted, as the alternator to cool the windings. The radiator
aboard a ship, or for other applications like steam consists of an inner tube, and it may have an
turbine and CHP power plants where there is an optional outer tube (recommended by AvK) to
abundance of water available for cooling. better protect against water leakage. A separate
system to pump a continuous supply of cooling
There are one or two internal fans. Air is forced water through the radiator must be supplied on
up and through air to water radiators within the site, and is not in the scope of AvK.
alternator enclosure. The heated air is cooled by

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 DSG Low Voltage Alternator Features
Since 1919, the company has supported In addition, where lead time and cost effectiveness product range that support these requirements.
Standard or Bespoke…
The choice is yours customers by providing bespoke solutions for their can be key to their cusotmers wininng business, Please contact your sales representative for more
power generation requirements. The diversity of AvK alternators are offered as a more standardised details of our standard offering package.
options and features available to meet specific
customers needs are indicated in the table below.

CUMMINS GENERATOR TECHNOLOGIES AvK Product Options Availability CUM

AvK DSG (LOW VOLTAGE) PRODUCT RANGE
Alternator Model DSG 62 DSG 74 DSG 86 DSG 99 DSG 114 DSG 125 DSG 144 Alter
Pole Variant 4 4 6 8 4 6 8 10 4 6 8 10 6 8 10 8 10 10 Pole
kVA Rating @ 50Hz (Min/Max) 650/1100 1320/2000 710/1220 600/930 2020/2990 1240/1910 900/1430 670/1110 3450/4700 2240/3200 1650/2530 1220/2000 3400/5000 2400/4030 2080/3250 4500/7000 N/A N/A kVA
kVA Rating @ 60Hz (Min/Max) 780/1320 1500/2400 890/1465 690/1115 2017/3408 1348/2300 939/1780 804/1332 3052/5300 1913/3660 1980/3190 1420/2196 3174/5940 3130/4940 2400/3744 5350/8500 4200/5750 6600 kVA
Control Systems Cont
Digital AVR ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Digit
Bearings Bear
Single Bearing (Anti Friction Only) ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ Sing
2 Bearing ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 2 Be
Anti Friction ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ∆ ∆ ∆ Anti
Insulated ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ● ● ● ● ● ● Insu
Split Sleeve Bearings (2 Brg Only) Available for certain core lengths ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ● ● ● ● ● ● Split
Adaptors & Couplings Adap
SAE Adaptors ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ SAE
Shaft Extensions ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * Sha
Keyway ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Keyw
Excitation System Excit
Stator Aux. Winding ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Stat
PMG - only with Anti Friction BRG ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ PMG
Winding Technology Wind
Bar Wound ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Bar
Ingress Protection Ingre
IP23 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● * * * IP23
IP44 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ● ● ● IP44
IP54 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * IP54
IP55 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * IP55
Cooling Cooli
IC01 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● IC01
CACA (TEAAC) IC611 * * * * * * * * * * * * CAC
CACA (TEAAC) IC616 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CAC
CACW TEWAC) IC81W ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * CAC
Terminal Box Options Term
Terminals - 3 Phase/4 Wire ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Term
Instrumentation Accessories Instr
Current Transformers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Curr
Winding RTD’s ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Wind
Bearing RTD’s ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Bea

Key ● Standard
∆ Option
8 * Engineer to Order 9
 DIG Medium and High Voltage Alternator Features
Since 1919, the company has supported In addition, where lead time and cost effectiveness product range that support these requirements.
Standard or Bespoke…
The choice is yours customers by providing bespoke solutions for their can be key to their cusotmers wininng business, Please contact your sales representative for more
power generation requirements. The diversity of AvK alternators are offered as a more standardised details of our standard offering package.
options and features available to meet specific
customers needs are indicated in the table below.

CUMMINS GENERATOR TECHNOLOGIES AvK Product Options Availability

AvK DIG (MEDIUM / HIGH VOLTAGE) PRODUCT RANGE
DSG 144 Alternator Model DIG 110 DIG 120 DIG 130 DIG 140 DIG 142 DIG 150 DIG 156
10 Pole Variant 4 4 4 6 4 6 4 4 6 8 4 6 8 10
N/A kVA Rating @ 50Hz (Min/Max) 750/1080 1150/2050 1800/3850 1350/2650 3000/4600 2200/4050 3760/5800 4900/7400 3450/5500 2800/4800 4300/10800 5500/8500 4200/6800 3450/6850
6600 kVA Rating @ 60Hz (Min/Max) 900/1300 1630/2200 1350/2650 1600/3300 3000/5250 N/A 4150/6700 5000/8500 4150/5250 3150/5400 5000/11200 6400/8160 4700/7500 2690/7650
Control Systems
● Digital AVR ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Bearings
Single Bearing (Anti Friction Only) ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * * * * * * *
● 2 Bearing ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Anti Friction ● ● ● ● * ● ● * * ● * * ● *
● Insulated ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

● Split Sleeve Bearings (2 Brg Only) ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * * ● * ● ● ●

Adaptors & Couplings

SAE Adaptors ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * ∆ * * * * * * *
* Shaft Extensions * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
● Keyway ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Excitation System
● Stator Aux. Winding ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

PMG - only with Anti Friction BRG ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆

Winding Technology
● Bar Wound ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Ingress Protection
* IP23 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● * ● ● ●

● IP44 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * * * * * * *
* IP54 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * * * * * * *
* IP55 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ * * * * * * * * *
Cooling
● IC01 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

CACA (TEAAC) IC611

* CACA (TEAAC) IC616 * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* CACW TEWAC) IC81W * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Terminal Box Options
● Terminals - 3 Phase/4 Wire ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Instrumentation Accessories
● Current Transformers ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

● Winding RTD’s ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

● Bearing RTD’s ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Key ● Standard
∆ Option
10 * Engineer to Order 11
 Certifications

Quality performance depends on quality A UL safety certification mark on an alternator

design, components and assembly supported UL 1004-1 Safety Standard Approval model enables OEMs to integrate them pre- CSA Safety Standard Approval
by robust quality processes and systems. approved into their generator sets.
With AvK alternators, quality is designed into AvK alternators are the first in the world to achieve
every step of the process. UL 1004 approval for low, medium and high The certification applies to the AvK DIG and DSG Cummins Generator Technologies have achieved

voltages, confirming AvK and STAMFORD series, from 4 through to 10 pole configuration. compliance to CSA standards for its entire range
■■ All alternators are compatible products in a world-leading position. of AvK alternators and can now display the CSA
with all Industrial Standards and Marine “With this approval, we are the first alternator mark as a standard feature on all AvK alternators
Classifications in low, medium and high voltages. Cummins
The entire AvK range of alternators, manufactured manufacturer to achieve UL 1004 approval
■■ The Craiova manufacturing plant operates customers can now benefit from having
only at Craiova, has achieved certification from UL on the full range of low, medium and high
to One Global Standard supported by
(Underwriters Laboratories Inc.), a safety voltage synchronous products. UL compliance AvK alternators pre-certified by CSA, helping to
the 10 practices of the Cummins
certification company well known in the US and demonstrates that our products and the facility streamline generator set CSA approval process
Operating System
influential globally. UL is approved to perform where they are manufactured are safe and meet and win in markets which require CSA approval.
■■ All alternators are manufactured in an
ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OSH 18001 safety testing by the US federal Occupational the highest standards. It is an endorsement of
environment. Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) agency our Craiova plant and its world class engineering The certification covers all AvK alternators, ranging

and operates globally through offices in 46 team,” from 600 to 11,000 kVA (480 to 8,800kW), which

countries around the world. Prasant Panigrahy, Engineering Manager. are manufactured at the Cummins large alternator
manufacturing facility in Craiova, Romania.

Safety certification for the AvK range means low, AvK alternators produced at Craiova are already
medium and high voltage UL approved alternators coming on-stream with their new UL certification
are available from Cummins Generator markings in place, highlighting the quality and Marine Certification Capability
Technologies throughout virtually all of its reliability of the product and helping to build
STAMFORD and AvK ranges, to the benefit of further on Cummins’ reputation for manufacturing
customers and markets around the world. excellence around the world. Thanks to Cummins Generator Technologies have the

an investment in the latest manufacturing capability to provide alternators in compliance

technologies of €12 million euros in under three with marine societies included in the International

years, Cummins Generator Technologies’ AvK Association of Classification Societies, which is

brand alternators are making an agile and cost- a collaboration between 12 major classification

effective contribution to the sub 11,000 kVA societies.

market.
Cummins Generator Technologies have Test Cell
facilities in all of their manufacturing plants to
carry out marine type test approval testing which
can also be witnessed if required. Although,
Cummins have type approval for certain marine
societies which avoids the need for marine
inspectors to inspect every marine alternator that
is manufactured. This helps reduce lead time and
inspection charges.

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 Global Customer Service

Marine classification society

approval testing

Technical support and All manufacturing plants have witness test

after sales service facilities, enabling marine classification society
inspection and test.

Cummins Generator Technologies' engineers

On certain marine societies we have type
are available to provide technical information
approval - which avoids the need for marine
to assist in selecting the correct alternator
Strengthened global support network inspectors to inspect every marine alternator
specifications that your job demands, with
that we manufacture, thus reducing marine
continued support through commissioning
inspection costs and witness testing charges for
and into after-sales service and support
our customers. Type approval means that all lead
The commitment to Craiova’s design and Their engineers are experienced professionals
times can be reduced.
manufacturing excellence is complemented by a trained in electrical, electronic and mechanical
stronger global network with improved capabilities skills. They in turn are supported by a

One Global Standard and infrastructure for handling both pre and worldwide aftermarket spares and service
post-sales support. This network is an integral network.
part of Cummins Generator Technologies’ shared
resource for AvK and STAMFORD alternators, What this means to you:
Although STAMFORD and AvK products Commissioning support
guaranteeing that users throughout the world ■■ 24 hour response to service emergencies
are used in a variety of applications, the
will benefit from regional knowledge, strong local 7 days a week
common factor is that Cummins Generator
backup and agile response wherever they are ■■ On-site commissioning
Technologies work to a single standard for Technicians and engineers are available
located. ■■ Onsite bearing maintenance and bearing
both products and services no matter where to attend vessel commissioning in support of
condition monitoring
you are in the world. our OEM customers. Their vast experience
■■ Onsite insulation integrity checks
in generator set-up can help with setting
■■ AVR and accessories set up on site
Working as One Global Standard, each of up of control system parameters and on site
■■ Trained engineers available locally,
their manufacturing plants build products to problem solving.
speaking local language
the same exacting quality that has come to
■■ Extensive aftermarket distribution for
distinguish STAMFORD and AvK alternators in
STAMFORD and AvK genuine parts.
the industry.

All plants utilise the same sophisticated

manufacturing technologies, advanced
systems, common practices and rigorous
testing techniques to ensure your STAMFORD
and AvK alternators are built to last.

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 Focused AvK Centre of Excellence
and Upgraded Support Network

Craiova: Investment in a world-class

production facility

This new initiative brings all AvK design and To maximise responsiveness, minimise lead
manufacturing into Craiova’s single, world times and facilitate machine construction to
class alternator production facility; a resource exact customer specifications, all engineering
with a long-established history dating back control and design as well as manufacturing is
to 1999 updated with advanced processes, centralised on the one site.
new quality procedures, testing facilities
and development of staff, all within a highly
automated modern environment. Since 2013,
€12 of the investment has been dedicated
to capacity expansion. The site has shipped
8,000 alternators over the past 10 years. Administration. Good air, rail, road and bus links
provide connections in and around the city, with

Craiova is now responsible for designing and a further major highway being planned. Local
Regional advantages
building the entire AvK alternator range, with employers include the Ford Motor Company and

products rated from 600 kVA to 11,000 kVA. other high-technology companies.

These include all the standard items covered With competitiveness improved by the region’s The Facility is under full ownership of Cummins

in this brochure, as well as variations built attractive labour costs, the Craiova facility also Generator Technologies and conforms to the

to individual customer requirements. benefits from a well-developed talent pool and Cummins Operating System; a set of 10 practises
local infrastructure. Craiova is an important followed by Cummins staff around the world,
educational centre, with 32,000 students attending ensuring that customers everywhere enjoy the
the city’s university. This has an excellent Faculty same consistently high level of service and product
of Automation, Computers and Electronics and quality.
a large Faculty of Economics and Business

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 Products and Services Designed to
Meet the Needs of the Power Industry

Long-term commitment to excellence

This new initiative for Craiova and its associated

global support stands behind the AvK alternators
presented in this brochure as well as any custom
designs and future variations for specific customer
requirements. With a long-term commitment
to developing cost-effective, rugged alternator
systems backed by the industry’s best technical
support, fastest response times and most flexible
approach. Overall this creates ever-improving
Vibration analysis
solutions for GOEMs and engineering procurement
contractors within the marine, oil & gas, prime
power, power plant, mining and other similarly Alternators coupled to diesel and gas engines
demanding applications. are exposed to engine induced vibrations. Design
tools are used to analyse the impact of linear and
Product training
torsional vibrations and work with the engine or
generator set builders to validate the design of

Product familiarity will ensure maximum the generator set, as well as to solve end-user

productivity and optimum use of the alternator. vibration issues. This technology is key in enabling

The Customer Service teams offer product training customers to improve the innovation and reliability

courses for engineers, operators and of new and current product designs.

service and support staff. Each course is

individually tailored to suit the needs of the
customer, the generator set builder or the
end-user.

Product familiarisation courses, with a choice

of training modules - including alternator
control systems, applications, trouble-shooting,
maintenance or other specific requirements - are
also available.

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